Origin and Meaning of Rajneesh
Meaning & Origin
King of the Night
Origin: Sanskrit - Derived from 'Raja' meaning 'king' and 'Neesh' meaning 'night', together signifying 'King of the Night'.
Interesting Facts
- Rajneesh is prominently associated with the spiritual teacher and philosopher Osho, born as Rajneesh Chandra Mohan Jain, who gained international fame in the 1970s and 1980s.
- The name has cultural significance in India, often linked with spiritual or philosophical connotations.
- Rajneesh has been a subject of various documentaries and books, and Osho's teachings have influenced many people across different cultures.
- The name gained some popularity in the 20th century due to Osho’s prominence, but it has not consistently ranked high in baby name charts.
- Variations of the name include Raj and Neesh, although they are used more commonly as standalone names.